Volvo 1997 850 User Manual
1997 Volvo 850
up and consequently longer for the flat spot to disappear.
CAUTION: (Turbo-charged models) The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions.
The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
pg. 5:3 Wheels and tires (cont.)
Snow chains
Snow tire chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:
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Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approved snow chains.
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Snow chains may be mounted on tire dimension 185/65R15 and 195/60R15. Tire dimension
205/55R15 and 205/50R16 require a special type of snow chain. Consult your Volvo retailer. Snow
chains may not be used on 205/55R16 tires.
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the
original tires and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used. Snow chains cannot be used on those
turbo-charged models fitted with all-season tires 205/55 R16 or 205/45 R17. Models equipped with
205/55 R15 or 205/50 R16 need specially designed snow chains. Sufficient clearances between chains
and brakes, suspension and body components must be maintained.
chains may not be used on 205/55R16 tires.
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the
original tires and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used. Snow chains cannot be used on those
turbo-charged models fitted with all-season tires 205/55 R16 or 205/45 R17. Models equipped with
205/55 R15 or 205/50 R16 need specially designed snow chains. Sufficient clearances between chains
and brakes, suspension and body components must be maintained.
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Some strap-on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be used.
Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information.
CAUTION:
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Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
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Always follow the chains manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as tightly
as possible and re-tighten periodically.
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Never exceed the chain manufacture's specified maximum speed limit. (Under no circumstances
should that limit be higher than 30 mph (45 km/h).
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Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains.
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The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving with chains. Avoid fast or sharp
turns as well as locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires *
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